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Fan
Indian
1875–80
Object Place: India
Medium/Technique
Peacock feathers, wool felt, applied sequins, applied beetle wings, wire; handle of stained wood
Dimensions
28.5 x 49 cm (11 1/4 x 19 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.494
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CollectionsAsia
ClassificationsCollages
DescriptionRevolving fan with hatchet-shaped leaf constructed of red felt covered foundation embroidered with gilt-silver wires, steel sequins, beetle wings and peacock tailfeather "eyes"; peacock feathers at edges; handle of dark polished wood.
ProvenanceOldham Collection; Gift of Esther Oldham to the MFA on June 9, 1976